Based on actual 19th century witchcraft trials in Chile, SORCERY – which had it’s UK premiere at this year’s Glasgow Film Festival – features a stunning lead performance from Valentina Véliz Caileo as a young girl using otherworldly powers to avenge her father’s brutal death at the hands of colonisers. Calileo, in her debut role, is a natural, whose debut lead role…
When the world’s most famous martial artist and screen icon Bruce Lee died in 1974 at just 32 years of age, he’d completed only four films. Within hours of his funeral, Hong Kong studios began producing hundreds of unauthorised biopics, sequels, prequels and spin-offs, finding a new legion of stars whose main skill was that they were Lee…
From Barry Jenkins (Director of Moonlight) comes Mufasa:The Lion King, a beautifully animated prequel to the animated The Lion King (2019). and today arrives the teaser trailer for the film. In the voice cast list we have Blue Ivy Carter joining and who will voice Kiara, the daughter of Queen Nala and Kimg Samba, we…
Starring Oscar winners Natalie Portman (Black Swan) and Julianne Moore (Still Alice), this powerful, thought-provoking film follows married couple Gracie and Joe Atherton-Yoo, whose 23-year age gap sparked a notorious tabloid romance that gripped the nation two decades ago. Cut to modern day, and their marriage comes under renewed strain when Hollywood actress Elizabeth Berry…
“The Alien Report” from Director Patrick Donnelly and Producer Kevin Schroeder, releases this month on streamers bringing a fresh yet troubling perspective to the UFO story. The Alien Report is controversial, it’s not a family friendly style movie. It tells a more troubling UFO encounter story you likely wouldn’t see in a Steven Spielberg…
A refreshing and charming British rom-com set in familiar London from acclaimed romance filmmaker Nick Moore. Flung together at a New Year’s Eve party, Minnie and Quinn quickly realise they share a connection – they were born on New Year’s Day of the same year, in the same London hospital, one minute apart. Minnie…
We’ve all seen ‘those’ people online, moaning about how all films nowadays are remakes, sequels, prequels and reboots. How studios and filmmakers nowadays just don’t do anything original anymore. Why aren’t there any new stories out there! As I always end up saying to those people “there are tons of original films and shows out…
Following the phenomenal success of 2023’s Winnie The Pooh: Blood and Honey, which earned more than $5,000,000 in cinemas worldwide despite its modest budget, Winnie The Pooh returns even more brutal than before and is joined by Tigger and Owl to wreak mayhem in the Hundred-Acre Wood. Written and directed by Rhys Frake-Waterfield, starring Scott…
STUDIOCANAL have announces an incredible brand-new restoration of the shocking and controversial SOLDIER BLUE, as part of the Cult Classics Collection. The 1970 film, based on actual events, is a quintessentially gritty and bloody 70s revisionist western, starring Candice Bergen (Carnal Knowledge), Peter Strauss (Rich Man, Poor Man), and Donald Pleasence (Wake In Fright). As well as a collectable 4K UHD…
A sly piece of pop subversion, this irresistible satire of Reagan-era materialism features Tom Cruise in his star-is-born breakthrough as Joel, a Chicago suburban prepster whose college-bound life spirals out of control when his parents go out of town for the week and an enterprising call girl (Rebecca De Mornay) invites him to walk…
This July Criterion add another classic title to their ever growing collection. 1981’s Blow Out. Brilliantly crafted by Brian De Palma, John Travolta gives one of his greatest performances, as a film sound-effects man who believes he has accidentally recorded a political assassination. To uncover the truth, he enlists the help of a possible eyewitness…
A compelling exploration of love, family and grief, this unique film from director Andrew Haigh (45 Years, Weekend) will be available on DVD and Blu-ray from 17th June, with bonus content and including a limited edition, exclusive A3 poster with the Blu-ray One night in his near-empty tower block in contemporary London, Adam (played…
If you love action classics like Kickboxer and Bloodsport, Christmas is coming seven months early this year! An incredible ensemble cast of martial arts favourites – including Cynthia Rothrock (China O’Brien), Billy Blanks (Talons of the Eagle), Michel and Abdel Qissi (Kickboxer, The Quest), Matthias Hues (Death Match), Kurt McKinney (No Retreat, No Surrender), star alongside Mathis…
5lbs of Pressure. My type of movie! From Writer Director Phil Allocco comes this tale of families, emotions (grief, anger, desperation and much more), revenge, and the battle to survive a tough life. After serving a thirteen year prison sentence Adam (played by Luke Evens) is trying to put his life back together, hes also…
In my life I have a Star Wars day every week or two anyways but I know that each year, the day after the 3rd of May, its the big Star Wars Day …yes May The 4th Be With you! and in a handful of days, it will be Star Wars Day 2024 and…
From Steven Knight, the creator of Peaky Blinders and SAS Rogue Heroes, comes an electrifying new series that tells a story of family ties, teenage kicks and redemption. Opening in 1981, at a moment of huge social unrest, This Town follows a group of young people fighting to choose their own paths, each in need of the second…
Head to the below link to choose your perk, and help bring this documentary to life and choose from some amazing bundle packages. https://aliens-expanded.com/ A brand new, extended interview with directing phenomenon James Cameron heads up the revolutionary documentary experience Aliens Expanded. Helmed by the creators of ‘In Search of Darkness’, Aliens Expanded brings…
Lightbulb Film Distribution have unveiled the poster for new British comedy feature A Family Affair, coming to all major digital platforms in the UK & Ireland from May 20. Starring Joe Wilkinson (After Life, Sex Education), Laura Aikman (Not Going Out, Gavin and Stacey) and national treasure Jane Asher (Death at a Funeral, Alfie). The film was written and directed by Warren Fischer and produced by Joan Lane (The…
Hasbro are expanding their Jedi: Survivor and Mandoverse lineup and an announcement was made of the Star Wars: The Vintage Collection Cal Kestis (Imperial Officer Disguise) and Mandalorian Judge figures! Infiltrate the Empire, train the next generation of Mandalorians, and add these anticipated new figures to your collection this summer. Both figures are available for preorder April 23rd 2024 at…
On a hunting trip in the wilderness, a group of siblings discovers an abandoned military outpost on their land, but is it what it seems? Their trip takes a sinister turn when they find themselves facing off against a relentless army of extra-terrestrial beings. Suddenly, the hunters become the hunted. The formidable squad of…
How cute and adorable it the new Furby!! Kids (and cool adults like me!) can now create their own Northern Lights experience through an Aurora Furb-ealis! Introducing the new Galaxy Edition Furby, a fuzzy interactive friend that lights up the night with its glow-in-the-dark features and array of shining colors – the perfect gift…
Marvel‘s favourites are back (again) in a new trailer for “Deadpool and Wolverine” Anticipation for pretty much anything Deadpool 3 related has been huge since the film was first announced and the trailers released so far haven’t disappointed. The first trailer for “Deadpool and Wolverine,” debuted during the Super Bowl and ended up with over…
Directed by:Hayley Easton Street Written by:Cat Clark Five friends reunite for a wedding in the Caribbean. The day before the ceremony they go out on a boat to party and accidentally head into shark infested waters. Now they must face their fears and fight for survival in the open waters. Starring:Hiftu Quasem, Lauren Lyle, Natalie Mitson, Nicole…
Now in post production is horror film ‘Good Neighbours’, the tale of married couple Tamesha and Luke Ellery (played by L.A Rodgers and Karl Kennedy-Williams) who invite their somewhat peculiar new neighbours (played by Dani Thompson and Judson Vaughan) around for a welcome dinner party. Written & Directed by Richard Anthony Dunford the film is…
Get ready for this eagerly awaited Hong Kong crime epic, reuniting the team behind the classic Infernal Affairs, which in turn spawned Martin Scorsese’s Oscar winning film, The Departed. The Goldfinger stars Tony Leung (Shang-Chi and the Legend of the Ten Rings, The Grandmaster) and Andy Lau (The Wandering Earth II, House of Flying Daggers), teamed with Infernal…
The first time I think I saw JK Simmons on screen was back in HBO’s prison drama Oz, from the moment his character appeared onscreen you knew you were watching an insanely talented actor who had big things ahead of him. That was true and over the years JK Simmons delivers fantastic performances in…
Director Steve Lawson does it again! When I venture into a film, I try to not know too much about the film beforehand. If I know I’m going to see the film anyways, then I don’t watch trailers and often avoid a plot synopsis as Ill find out what the plot is when I see…
I first saw Sophie Rankin on my screens 10 years ago in the Dave Courtney/Jamie Bannerman (no relation to me) starring film Full English Breakfast and was very excited when Sophie said ‘yes’ to taking part in the Spending Time With…series of articles on the site. Her latest films Darkgame and Escape haven’t yet arrived…
The inimitable Jane Seymour (The Kominsky Method, Dr. Quinn Medicine Woman) returns as the eponymous Harry Wild for a second helping of ‘cleverly constructed whodunnit fun’ (The Sun) in this charming, effortlessly engaging, refreshingly modern murder mystery series. Following its hugely successful launch on Acorn TV and its third series set to premiere on the same day, Harry Wild Series…
Make room for The Coffee Table (aka La Mesita), a wickedly original horror from Spain, helmed by Caye Casas (Killing God), who co-wrote with Cristina Borobia (RIP), which made waves (and stomachs churn) on the festival circuit and is now set for its UK debut thanks to Second Sight Films. The film has been described as ‘An unsettling descent into absolute madness and misery (Guy at the…
As part of today’s Hasbro Marvel Legends Series Fanstream, the team announced a slew of new Marvel Legends Series figures in honor of Marvel Comics’ 85th anniversary! The eight, comics-inspired figures feature fan favorite characters like Skaar, Son of Hulk, Wolverine and Superior Spider-Man, among others. All figures will be available later this summer, with some…
Propstore – one of the world’s leading film and TV entertainment memorabilia auction specialists, has announced its live auction of film & entertainment posters and artwork this month, with the items on offer expected to fetch hundreds of thousands of dollars. Over 600 rare and iconic lots will be sold during Propstore’s unique Collectible Posters Auction. Registration…
From Writer Director Daniel Keeble (War of Birds, Split Check) comes ‘Alleviate’ , a fourteen minute short film starring Darren Kent (Game of Thrones) as Michael and Lulu Cook (Curiosity) as Katherine, Alleviate is the story of a grieving man (played by Darren) who blames himself for the accidental death of his child. Isolated…
Sofia (played by Dajana Gudic), a journalist eager to make her mark, but consumed by conspiracy theories. As she connects a couple of seemingly isolated high-profile deaths, she is pulled into the orbit of Zane (played by Nick Cassavetes), the mercurial leader of a global cabal that counts media moguls (played by Paul Johansson),…
Picnik Entertainment & Mad as Birds Films are bringing the Rebel Wilson led drama The Almond and the Seahorse to UK Cinemas from May 10th. Based on the play of the same name, the film, which was re-edited for UK audiences, showcases an incredible cast led by Rebel Wilson (Senior Year, Pitch Perfect Trilogy, JoJo Rabbit). The Almond and the…
Director Duncan Jones’ dazzling sci-fi thriller SOURCE CODE, starring Jake Gyllenhaal (Spider-Man: Far From Home, Road House), Michelle Monaghan (Kiss Kiss Bang Bang), Vera Farmiga (The Conjuring) and Academy Award-nominee Jeffrey Wright (American Fiction) makes its long awaited 4K UHD debut this May. Gyllenhaal stars as soldier Colter Stevens, who wakes up in the body of…
Look To The Light is a brand new poignant and relevant feature that shines a light on young love, the challenges of growing up in the modern world and the dark underbelly of reality TV’s glossy appeal. This bold directorial debut from Christopher Manoedives into some of today’s most pressing issues, including the power of social media culture and…
From writer/director Michael Fausti comes Burnt Flowers, perhaps one of the most surreal films I’ve seen since Mulholland Drive. Straight from the start of the film, I got a David Lynch Twin Peak’sy feel to what I was about to see and I don’t mean the storyline. I mean the atmosphere that Burnt Flowers was…
Making movies isn’t easy, sure its easier if you are a major studio or a millionaire but in the world of the independent filmmaker, it isn’t easy getting a film made. Which is why we are seeing more filmmakers turning to crowdfunding to raise the budgets to bring their stories to live, which in turn…
TRAIN TO BUSAN SPECIAL FEATURES: Making of Trailer Experience a double bill of genre-defining South Korean horror this May with the critically acclaimed TRAIN TO BUSAN and its follow-up TRAIN TO BUSAN PRESENTS: PENINSULA, both making their long-awaited debut on 4K UHD Blu-ray from 27th May. Celebrated as a “genre-transcending masterpiece” by Kingsman writer Jane Goldman, Yeon Sang-ho’s horror about…
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